Question

Simplify 3(x+2)-5x

1. 6-2x
2. 8x+2
3.-2x+2
4.2x+6​

Answer 1

-2x+6

Explanation:

first multiply the 3(x+2)

that equals 3x+6-5x

Add like terms

-2x+6

Answer 2

-2x + 6

Explanation:

Step 1: Write expression

3(x + 2) - 5x

Step 2: Distribute

3x + 6 - 5x

Step 3: Combine like terms

-2x + 6